This Week at UNC Greensboro

Jessi Rae Morton, News Editor While many Halloween-themed activities and events took place this past weekend, there are still a variety of things to do. There are still some Halloween events, but don’t overlook the other exciting opportunities to get involved on campus.  Dia de Muertos Skull Painting  Hosted by Lambda Theta Phi  Tuesday, Oct. 29, from 5 to 8:30 p.m., in the School of … Continue reading This Week at UNC Greensboro

Early Voting for the General Election Has Started

Imani Tailley, News Writer Election Day is on Nov. 5, 2024, and with it many major choices will be made. These decisions will impact you, the people you know, and the world around us for years. There are many ways to make sure your opinions and feelings are heard this election season; one of those ways is through early voting. 46 states in the United States … Continue reading Early Voting for the General Election Has Started

How Spartans Can Contribute to Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts

Jessi Rae Morton, News Editor Hurricane Helene moved through the Carolinas on the night of Sept. 26 and into the following day, resulting in extensive flooding and storm damage. Some of the most devastated areas are in western North Carolina and eastern Tennessee. The UNC Greensboro community includes many people from western North Carolina, and we also have friends, family, and colleagues in affected areas. … Continue reading How Spartans Can Contribute to Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts

Preparing for the November 5th Election 

Jessi Rae Morton, News Editor  With the Nov. 5 general election just over a month away, North Carolina residents should take steps to ensure that their voter registration is current and that they are aware of new photo ID requirements for voting. This article covers important deadlines as well as recent changes to help readers of The Carolinian make their own plans to vote.  In … Continue reading Preparing for the November 5th Election 

P. Diddy: The Man Behind the Parties 

Bronwen Bradshaw, Arts and Entertainment Editor   (Image From, P Diddy documentary on Netflix: What is it and when is it being released?)  On Sept. 16, Sean “Diddy” Combs was arrested on three counts of racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking by force, and fraud or coercion and transportation to engage in prostitution. Combs was denied bail and will remain in federal custody. Combs pled not guilty. … Continue reading P. Diddy: The Man Behind the Parties 

Pioneers of Change: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month 

Imani Tailly, Staff Writer Hispanic Heritage Month is here! Celebrated from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month theme is “Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together.” The history of Hispanic Heritage Month is rich with connections to the independence of Latin American countries and accomplishments by Hispanic and Latinx Americans.  Many places across the United States have events for Hispanic Heritage Month. … Continue reading Pioneers of Change: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month 

She’s Right, We’re Not Going Back: A Call for Kamala  

Liz Hyman, Staff Writer    Who remembers the fateful moment Donald Trump became President? I do. I was fifteen, sitting “crisscross applesauce” on a blanket in my teenage bedroom. It was nearly 2:00 in the morning, and, as I checked the Snapchat coverage of the 2016 election, my stomach suddenly dropped. Donald Trump reached 270 electoral votes, meaning he had won the presidential race. I sat … Continue reading She’s Right, We’re Not Going Back: A Call for Kamala  

This Week at UNCG 

Jessi Rae Morton, News Editor   Sheryl Oring’s I Wish To Say National Tour  Presented by the Office of Intercultural Engagement for Hispanic Heritage Month  At the Taylor Garden Fountain near EUC  Sept. 17, 2024, at 3 p.m.  From the event page:  Twenty years ago, artist Sheryl Oring embarked on a mission with a simple yet profound tool: a manual typewriter. Her project, I Wish to … Continue reading This Week at UNCG 

Fostering the Future: A Spotlight on Natalie Paul 

Crystal Thompson, Features Editor  In 2008, Natalie Paul faced the same challenges most high school seniors do, but there was one difference: she was doing it alone. When she turned 18, all the difficulties of being independent, moving away to college, and maintaining a social life were compounded by the fact that she would soon age out of foster care. This meant she would have … Continue reading Fostering the Future: A Spotlight on Natalie Paul 

UNCG General Faculty Passes Vote of No Confidence Against Provost Debbie Storrs 

Aidan Van Nynatten  News Writer  UNCG Faculty Senate meeting. Photo credit: Sayaka Matsuoka   The Academic Portfolio Review (APR) process at UNC Greensboro has disrupted the university’s status quo. Perhaps most unexpectedly, on March 13, UNCG faculty took an unprecedented vote of no confidence against Provost Debbie Storrs, passing 181 to 158.   To gain further insight into the procedure, I spoke with Dr. Mark Elliott, head … Continue reading UNCG General Faculty Passes Vote of No Confidence Against Provost Debbie Storrs